Test Code HBEL Hemoglobin Electrophoresis Screen, Blood
Additional Codes
LAB288
Methodology
Method: Capillary Electrophoresis identification and distribution of hemoglobin fractions.
Includes: Confirmation with hemoglobin S solubility test or acid hemoglobin electrophoresis, if indicated.
Interpretation by a pathologist.
Performing Laboratory
Bronson Laboratory, Chemistry - Kalamazoo
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: >50% Full
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Do not centrifuge.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Tuesday and Thursday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83020
Please Note: Additional CPT and professional fee for pathologist’s interpretation may be applied.